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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: B94A

Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus)

Queen's University Belfast
Belfast, Northern Ireland
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2 yearsDuration
£16,867Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
83%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Queen's University Belfast, the FdSc Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in health sciences. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time structure. This is a short cycle qualification of two years that is linked to (or within) first cycle qualifications, intended to equip learners with the skills and knowledge relevant to employment. Also at its core is the notion that they should support widening participation by providing an unequivocal progression route to a bachelor’s degree. This programme is designed in collaboration with QUB and the content of a Foundation Degree can accurately reflect the early content of BSc in Biomedical Science and Human Biology. International tuition fees are £16,867 per year, home/UK fees are £3,167 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Human Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry and Metabolic Pathways
Cell Biology and Genetics
Immunology and Disease Mechanisms
Homeostasis and Organ Systems
Scientific Research Methods and Data Analysis
Work-Based Learning in Biomedical Practice
Professional Development for Science Technicians
UCAS Code:B94A
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BC - CC

CC at A-level including Biology and Chemistry + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR BC at A-level to include Biology or Chemistry at grade B and a further science subject from the list below + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. A-level Science subjects accepted: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, ICT (not Applied), Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Technology & Design. Other subjects will be considered on an individual basis and you should contact the Admissions and Access Service for guidance (admissions@qub.ac.uk).

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,867

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£33,734

Home Student Fee

£3,167

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Queen's University Belfast

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,000£27,000£29,500

UK subject average: £27,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-05-03). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
5%Studying
20%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
83%
Learning opportunities
83%
Assessment and feedback
77%
Academic support
85%
Organisation and management
75%
Learning resources
89%
Student voice
76%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
88%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast offers Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#199QS World
#26UK Ranking
25,080+Students
223+Courses
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